Category Archives: Sports

13Feb/26

“United in Flux: Ratcliffe Backlash, Carrick’s Return, and a Vision for Regeneration”

February 13, 2026FootballAndy Burnham, Barcelona, Coe, Glazer, Ineos, Jason Wilcox, Jim Ratcliffe, Knights Bachelor, Manchester, Manchester United F.C., Manchester United Supporters' Trust, Marc Skinner, Marcus Rashford, Michael Carrick, Omar Berrada, Rene Meulensteen, Ruben Amorim, Stretford, United Kingdomadmin

Feb 11, 2026 /Mpelembe media/ — Ownership and Reputation Crisis Manchester United is navigating a period of significant off-pitch turbulence following controversial comments made by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe regarding immigration in the UK. His remarks sparked a fierce backlash from fan groups—including the Manchester United Muslim Supporters Club and the Stretford Sikhs—and drew condemnation from local politicians like Mayor Andy Burnham. The club took the unusual step of releasing a statement to distance itself from Ratcliffe’s views, emphasizing its commitment to the “All Red All Equal” campaign and reaffirming Manchester as an inclusive city. While Ratcliffe issued an apology, critics viewed it as half-hearted. Continue reading →

08Feb/26

Silicon Valley, Rainbow Logos, and the $4,000 Nosebleed: 5 Surprising Truths About Super Bowl LX

February 8, 2026NFLAlan Waxman, American Football League, Charlie Puth, Drake Maye, Eddy, Eddy Cue, Halftime show, menlo ventures, Milan, National Football League, National Football League season, NBA, Neal Mohan, New England Patriots, Sam Darnold, Santa Clara, Seattle, Seattle Seahawks, Sports, Sports in the United States, Super Bowl, Super Bowl XL, Superbowl, Tim Cook, Venky Ganesanadmin

Happy Superbowl Sunday to all who celebrate! Where commercials occasionally interrupted by the World Championship of Football. If you’re reading this from abroad, and if you don’t like the “Football World Championship” phrasing then you are cordially invited to assemble a team of your own to challenge the claim. Super Bowl LX features the Seattle Seahawks versus the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium. Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show, with Green Day and Charlie Puth performing pregame. Fans can stream on Peacock or NBC while navigating high ticket prices and mild weather. Continue reading →

08Feb/26

Super Bowl LX: The Ultimate Guide to the Matchup, Music, and Ads

February 8, 2026NFL.google, American Football League, Benito Antonio Ocasio, Bruce Arians, Bunny, Cardi, disney, Drake Maye, George Kittle, HIMS, Hometown, In American football, In American television, Jeff Goldblum, Laura Dern, Marissa Solis, National Football League, National Football League season, NBA, Novartis, Rob Gronkowski, Sam Darnold, Sam Neill, Santa Clara, Seattle, Sports in the United States, Sports in the United States by state, Super Bowl, Super Bowl 50, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

The “Benito Bowl” and 80-1 Longshots: 5 Ways Super Bowl LX is Rewriting the Playbook

06 Feb. 2026 /Mpelembe Media — The Matchup: Redemption and History Super Bowl LX will take place on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The game features a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX between the Seattle Seahawks (NFC) and the New England Patriots (AFC), both of whom finished the regular season with 14–3 records,. This matchup is unique because both franchises missed the playoffs the previous season, marking a rapid turnaround for both teams. Continue reading →

29Jan/26

CAF Imposes Severe Sanctions Following AFCON 2025 Final Disciplinary Violations

January 29, 2026FootballAchraf Hakimi, Achraf Hakimi He, Africa, Behavior, Cheating in sports, Football in Senegal, Fouls and misconduct, Iliman Cheikh Baroy Ndiaye, Ismaël Saibari, Ismaila Sarr, Misconduct, Morocco, Pape Bouna Thiaw, Senegal, Senegalese Football Federation, Sportsmanship, totalenergies, Unsportsmanlike conduct, Violence in sportsadmin

Jan. 29, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Disciplinary actions has been taken by the Confédération Africaine de Football following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. Both the Senegalese and Moroccan football federations faced substantial monetary fines and player suspensions due to various ethical violations and crowd disturbances. Specifically, Senegal’s head coach and several key players received bans for unprofessional behavior toward officials, while Morocco was penalized for staff interference with technology and fan misconduct. Additionally, the governing body officially dismissed a formal protest submitted by Morocco regarding alleged regulatory breaches by their opponents. These sources serve as an official record of the penalties intended to uphold sportsmanship and integrity within African football. Continue reading →

11Jan/26

The King FIFA Forgot: Why Godfrey Chitalu’s 107-Goal Record Remains in the Shadows.

January 11, 2026FootballAfricanLegends, Chipolopolo, Chitalu, FIFA, FootballHistory, Gerd Müller, Godfrey Chitalu, GodfreyChitalu, Kabwe Warriors F.C., Lionel Messi, UCAR, WorldCup, Zambia, Zambia national football team, Zambia national football team plane crashadmin

Jan . 11, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ —
“In the history books of world football, the names Lionel Messi and Gerd Müller are synonymous with goal-scoring perfection. However, deep in the archives of African football lies a record that dwarfs them both. In 1972, a Zambian powerhouse named Godfrey ‘Ucar’ Chitalu reportedly found the net an incredible 107 times—a feat that should have made him an immortal icon. Yet, decades later, this staggering achievement remains unratified by FIFA, leaving fans to wonder: why was the greatest individual season in football history buried, and will the ‘King of Goals’ ever receive the global justice he deserves?” Continue reading →

09Jan/26

The Gated Games: Why the 2026 World Cup is Losing its Soul

January 9, 2026FootballAdvocacy Team, amnesty international, Canada, Dakwar, Daniel, Daniel Noroña, FIFA, FIFA World Cup, Gianni Infantino, In Canadian soccer, Iran, Jamil Dakwar, Mexico, MEXICO CITY, Senegal, TORONTO, Twitter, United States, Watch Minky Worden, Worden, Zurichadmin

Jan. 9, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The World Cup has always been more than a tournament; it is a quadrennial “Global Village” where the world puts aside its borders for ninety minutes at a time. But as we approach the 2026 kickoff, that village is being replaced by a fortress. The United States’ current immigration stance—marked by travel bans for 39 nations and “extreme vetting” for others—is fundamentally altering the spirit of the game. We are moving toward a “Two-Tier World Cup” where your ability to cheer for your national team is determined by the strength of your passport, not the depth of your passion. Continue reading →

09Jan/26

A Divided Pitch: The Rise of “Fortress America” and the Death of the Global Fan

January 9, 2026FootballAdvocacy Team, amnesty international, Atlanta, Border control, Boston, Brazil, Canada, Canadian, Colombia, Dakwar, Dallas, Daniel, Daniel Noroña, FIFA, FIFA World Cup, France, Germany, Guadalajara, Haiti, In Canadian soccer, Iran, Jamil Dakwar, Los Angeles, Mexico, MEXICO CITY, Miami, Monterrey, Norway, Philadelphia, Port-au-Prince, Qatar, Russia, Scotland, Seattle, Senegal, South Africa, Tehran, TORONTO, Travel visa, Tunisia, Turkey, Twitter, United Kingdom, United States, Vancouver, Visa Inc., Visa requirements for Indian citizens, Watch Minky Worden, Zurichadmin

Jan. 9, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — The intersection of U.S. immigration policy and the 2026 FIFA World Cup has become a major flashpoint. The feasibility of a boycott and the “ruining” of the game are subjects of intense debate among human rights groups, fans, and governing bodies. Football without fans is like a movie without a soundtrack. You can still follow the plot, and the acting (the skill) is still world-class, but you lose the emotional crescendos that make you jump out of your seat. For a World Cup—an event built on the “unity” of humanity—a lack of fans doesn’t just change the score; it changes the soul of the event. Continue reading →

22Dec/25

2025 Africa Cup of Nations

December 22, 2025FootballAdrar Stadium, Africa Cup of Nations, African Cup of Nations, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Casablanca, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mali, Morocco, Morocco national football team results, Moulay Abdellah, Mozambique, Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, Senegal, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabweadmin

Dec. 22, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a premier football tournament hosted by Morocco will span from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, the competition features 24 national teams divided into six distinct groups. The document lists specific match dates, kick-off times, and various stadium locations across the country, starting with the opening group stages and concluding with the final in Rabat.
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01Dec/25

Super Bowl LX Pregame Entertainment Lineup Revealed

December 1, 2025NFLBad Bunny, Brandi Carlile, Charlie Puth, Fred Beam, Halftime show, In American music, In American television, In California, Jones, Levi's Stadium, roc nation, Santa Clara, California, Super Bowl, Super Bowl LX, Super Bowl LX halftime showadmin

The NFL announced the full entertainment lineup for Super Bowl LX, scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium. The pregame musical slate features performances by several high-profile, award-winning artists, with Charlie Puth singing the National Anthem, Brandi Carlile performing “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones delivering “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Furthermore, the announcement highlights a commitment to accessibility by confirming multiple performers for American Sign Language (ASL) and Puerto Rican Sign Language (LSPR) renditions of these ceremonial songs, including sign language artist Fred Beam. The report concludes by confirming that global music star Bad Bunny remains the headlining act for the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show. Extensive biographical details about the major performers and the supporting sign language artists are provided alongside quotes from NFL and Roc Nation leadership. Continue reading

02Nov/25

Sierra Ferrell to Headline Every Woman’s Marathon Festival

November 2, 2025AthleticsEvery Woman's Marathon, Ferrell, Marathon, Scottsdale, Sierra Ferrell, United Statesadmin

The Grammy-winning Americana singer Sierra Ferrell will headline the Finish Line Festival for Team Milk’s Every Woman’s Marathon in Scottsdale, Arizona, on November 16, 2025. This event, sponsored by the Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), is described as the only US marathon designed by women for women, featuring a beginner-friendly course, generous time limit, and accommodations for athletes with disabilities. The inclusion of Ferrell, known for her roots music, aims to celebrate the strength and community of the thousands of female finishers. The release also offers brief background information on both MilkPEP and the musical accomplishments of Sierra Ferrell. Conttinue reading